Smith's candidature for Botany Professorship at Cambridge University. [Premature] report of [Thomas] Martyn's death caused the college heads to debate mode for electing a successor to the professorship, it was decided that the appointment is responsibility of the Crown and the university cannot interfere with any appointment. Urgently advises Smith to apply to the government and secure their nomination. Confirms that the only election in the university will be for Walker's lectureship at the Botanic Garden. Recommends Smith immediately enter himself at Pembroke or Trinity college.